Item: W6893

United States. A Navy Medal of Honor, c. 1960

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United States. A Navy Medal of Honor, c. 1960

Instituted on December 21 1861 by Abraham Lincoln. A bronze medal of honor consisting of a five point star, reverse plain, suspended from an anchor and attached to an original neck ribbon with a large cavat featuring thirteen white embroidered stars, measures 52.30mm (w) x 63mm (h- inclusive of anchor suspension), weighs 41.3 grams (including ribbon), light wear.

Footnote: The Navy Medal of Honor was established by President Abraham Lincoln on December 21, 1861. The Decoration was originally created to promote the efficiency of the Navy by rewarding enlisted men of the Navy and Marine Corps for acts of gallantry and valour in times of war and peace. In 1942, the award was restricted to acts of extraordinary heroism in armed combat only. Citizens of the United States and some foreigners who are members of the United States Navy, Marines, and Coast Guard are eligible for the award. Approximately over 3,500 Medals of Honour have been issued since its institution date.